Selective Mutism Association

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06/17/2026

Parents and caregivers, you are not alone. 💛

Join SMA for our Virtual Parent Support Group Meeting on Wednesday, June 24th from 8–9 PM EDT.

This is a space for parents from across the country to connect, share stories, offer support, and talk with others who understand the challenges and rewards of raising a child with selective mutism.

Space is limited to help keep the group intimate and allow time for everyone to share.

Please note: This group is for support only. Clinical advice will not be provided, and it is not intended to diagnose selective mutism or replace treatment with a qualified professional.

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/0iWCDPeFT2GP0R6Jya_qRw

06/16/2026

You are capable of amazing things and that includes taking each step at your own pace. 🌸

For children and teens with selective mutism, progress may look quiet at first. It may be showing up, making eye contact, smiling, pointing, whispering, or feeling safe enough to try something new.

Every small step matters. Every moment of courage counts.

With patience, support, and understanding, confidence can grow. 💛

06/14/2026

Summer can be a wonderful time for connection, creativity, and gentle confidence-building. ☀️

For children with selective mutism, play can be a powerful way to communicate without pressure. Drawing, pointing, creating, smiling, observing, and joining in quietly are all meaningful ways kids can participate while they warm up.

Not every step has to be spoken to count.
Sometimes progress looks like showing up, staying nearby, trying something new, or feeling safe enough to engage in their own way.

Let’s give kids the space to express themselves this summer, with patience, support, and understanding. 💛

06/12/2026

Medication is not the first or only treatment option for selective mutism, but in some cases, it may be considered as part of a larger treatment plan.

Because selective mutism is closely related to social anxiety, certain anxiety medications, such as SSRIs, may help reduce the level of anxiety that makes speaking feel impossible in specific settings.

Medication may be considered when symptoms are severe, when behavioral therapy or CBT has not led to expected progress, when there are co-occurring concerns, or when an adolescent or young adult has not yet had successful treatment.

The most important thing to remember is that treatment should be individualized. Medication decisions should always be made with a qualified medical provider, ideally alongside a therapist who understands selective mutism and evidence-based behavioral support.

06/11/2026

Selective mutism is often misunderstood.

It is not stubbornness. It is not rudeness. It is not a child “refusing” to speak.

For many individuals with selective mutism, speaking in certain settings can feel impossible, even when they want to communicate. That’s why awareness, understanding, and support matter so much.

By learning more about what selective mutism can feel like, we can help create safer, more supportive spaces for children, teens, adults, and families navigating SM.

Awareness leads to understanding. Understanding leads to better support. 💛

06/10/2026

Your story, insight, or reflection could be exactly what another family needs to hear. 💛

The Selective Mutism Association is inviting members of the SMA community to share media contributions that may be used to educate, encourage, and support families, professionals, and individuals living with selective mutism.

We would love to hear from parents and caregivers, children with SM with parent support and signed consent, and adults with SM. Contributions may include strategies, lived experiences, reflections, moments of progress, or messages of hope.

By sharing your voice, you help others feel seen, understood, and less alone.

Submit your contribution through the form and help us continue building a supportive, informed SMA community.

📝: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeDGw6vLHisrPtg1O7SkjRWruy8RuJjEMBxFP36AMKWWCfYdw/viewform

06/09/2026

Growth isn’t always easy, but it’s always worth it. 💛

The hardest seasons often shape us, stretch us, and lead us to the view we never would have reached without the climb.

Keep going. You may be closer to the breakthrough than you think.

06/07/2026

Registration is officially open for the Selective Mutism Association Annual Conference 2026!

Join SMA in Boston, MA on September 25–26, 2026 for a meaningful time of learning, connection, and community. This year’s conference will bring together caregivers, professionals, and advocates to explore the latest evidence-based information, hear from experts in the field, and connect with others who understand the selective mutism journey.

Attendees can look forward to professional and caregiver-focused sessions, continuing education opportunities, a Hear Our Voices panel, expert Q&A, research poster presentations, and community connection time.

For those unable to attend in person, limited recorded bundle options will also be available after the conference.

📍 Hilton Boston Park Plaza
📅 September 25–26, 2026
🔗 Registration is now open : http://selectivemutism.org/event/selective-mutism-association-international-annual-conference-2026/

06/05/2026

You’re not alone in navigating selective mutism. 💛

Join the SMA Virtual Parent Support Group Meeting for a welcoming space to connect with other parents and caregivers who truly understand the journey. This meeting is designed for support, encouragement, shared experiences, and community.

Whether you’re looking for guidance, connection, or simply a reminder that you’re not doing this alone, we’d love to have you join us.

📅 Wednesday, June 24
⏰ 8–9 PM EST
🔗 Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/0iWCDPeFT2GP0R6Jya_qRw

06/04/2026

Extracurricular activities can be powerful opportunities for children and teens with selective mutism to build confidence, practice brave behaviors, and connect with others outside of school. 💛

Whether it’s art, music, sports, robotics, theater, or another interest, the goal isn’t perfection or immediate participation. The goal is gradual growth in a supportive environment where kids can warm up, try small steps, and feel proud of their progress.

With patience, planning, and encouragement, extracurricular activities can help children expand their comfort zones while building resilience, independence, and a stronger sense of belonging.

Small steps count. Always. 💛

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Winter Garden, FL
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http://www.selectivemutism.org/

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